Military modernization: Morocco changes dimension and worries Madrid in Ceuta

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Military modernization: Morocco changes dimension and worries Madrid in Ceuta

The Spanish army is intensifying its surveillance and deterrence operations in Ceuta. This permanent strategic deployment aims to assert its ability to respond to the vast and rapid military modernization program currently being carried out by Morocco.

According to the information reported by El Debate, the local Tactical Group is multiplying land and maritime reconnaissance missions. These preventive missions guarantee the integrity of this highly sensitive enclave.

This intensification of patrols is directly linked to the dynamics of Rabat, which is deploying one of the most ambitious arms acquisition programs in the region, relying on American, Israeli and European suppliers. A cutting-edge technological deterrence

The Moroccan armed forces are now integrating the latest generation systems, including modernized F-16 fighters to the Viper standard and Apache AH-64E attack helicopters, supported by sophisticated air defenses and drones.

The country is also consolidating its ground capabilities with the acquisition of M1A1 Abrams tanks, long-range artillery and guided rocket launchers, in order to improve its interoperability with its Western allies, particularly the United States.

Faced with this intense modernization, Spanish troops maintain a continuous presence on their sovereign territories. This posture aims to maintain a credible deterrence capability in a geographical area where the balance of military forces is evolving very rapidly.